1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Peugeot 604 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 1983 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
