2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
