1983 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406, 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 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Crown | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Crown | 406 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
