1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
