1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Peugeot 204 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |