1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Italdesign | Peugeot |
Model | Nazca | 405 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |