1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1973 Toyota 2000GT 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 1973 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
