1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
