1979 Peugeot 304 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 509 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 304 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 304 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
