1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Because 1984 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 1984 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Peugeot 604 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 604 | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2847 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |