1976 Peugeot Peugette vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot Peugette has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot Peugette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot Peugette | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Peugette | Venza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
