1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 505 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Pickup | 305 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
