1990 Peugeot 309 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 309 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 309 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
