1971 Peugeot 304 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 304 | Carina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |