2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
