1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
