1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
