1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504D | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
