1988 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 405 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
