1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
