1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
