1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 505 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
