1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1964 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
