1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1990 Peugeot 605 and 1990 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Peugeot 605 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 605 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |