2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
