1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
