1971 Peugeot 304 vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1996 Toyota Supra is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1996 Toyota Supra 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 1996 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304, 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 304 | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 304 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
