2007 Nissan Note vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 18 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, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Note | 405 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
