1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 505 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
