1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
