1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
