2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 505 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 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Premacy | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |