2001 Opel Astra vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 437 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
