2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | X-Trail | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
