2005 Mazda 2 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 2 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
