2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1980 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1980 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | SLK | 505 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |