1979 Peugeot 305 vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 305 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
