1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 1976 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 1976 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
