1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
