1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 21 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 305 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
