1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 18 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 R | 505 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
