1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 305 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 305 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.7 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |