1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 305 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
