1990 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. Both 1990 Mazda 929 and 1998 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
