1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
