2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
