1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 505 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
