1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
