1969 Peugeot 304 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 755 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Peugeot 304 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 304 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
