1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 605 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
