1969 Peugeot 404 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Peugeot 404 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 404 | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |