1998 Honda Today vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 19 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Today | 505 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |