1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
