2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SLK | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
