2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2006 Honda CR-V 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. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CR-V | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
