1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
