1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 203 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
