2004 Opel Speedster vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Speedster | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Speedster | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
