2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiburon | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
