1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 456 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Verada | 405 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |