1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 304 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
