2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
