1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Peugeot 504 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 504 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
