2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 192 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacuma | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
