1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
