1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 604 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
