2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Matrix | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2810 mm |
