1996 Peugeot 306 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 306 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
