1973 Peugeot 204 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 204. 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 204 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
