2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 838 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1970 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 | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
