1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 406 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
