2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
