1974 Peugeot 504 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Peugeot 504 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 504 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |