2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Because 1980 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 1980 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Tigra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
