1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 605 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 605 | Carina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |