1991 Peugeot 605 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 605. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 605 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
