1967 Peugeot 204 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Peugeot 204 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
