1988 Peugeot 405 vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 405 | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
