1993 Peugeot 205 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 205 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 205 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
