2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 534 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 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Liberty | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
