1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
