2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Ram | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |