1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 204 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
