2001 Acura Integra vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | Integra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
