1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
