2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1989 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Tucson | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |