2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 249 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1980 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1980 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |
