2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Boxer | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | Boxer | 505 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
