1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1985 Mazda RX-7 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 1985 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
