1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Volvo 144. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 405 | 144 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
