1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
