1998 Nissan Presea vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Presea weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Presea | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Presea | 305 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
