1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
