1989 Mazda 626 vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
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, 1989 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 626 | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
