2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1985 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Xterra | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
