1971 Peugeot 304 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 304 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 304 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
