1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 504 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |