2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | YRV | 305 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
