2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
