1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1992 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 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 206 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
