1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 405 and 1987 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 405 | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 405 | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |