1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-01 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
