1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 970 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
