2001 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | NSX | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
