2006 Opel Speedster vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Speedster | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Speedster | 505 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |