2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Cobalt | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
