1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 818 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
