1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 604 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
