1973 Peugeot 504 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 504 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
