1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
