1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 605 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
