1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
