1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 82 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1965 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1965 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
