1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
