2007 Opel Antara vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Antara | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
