2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Titan | 505 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2910 mm |