1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Peugeot 204 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 204 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1968 1994
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1130 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 22.2:1 21.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 90 L


 

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