1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Hyundai Excel | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Excel | 407 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |