1983 Peugeot 505 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 505 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 505 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
