2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
