1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
