1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | E | 505 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
