1979 Peugeot 305 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 764 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 305 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 305 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |