1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 249 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
