1988 Peugeot 405 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405.
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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 405 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
