1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Peugeot 306 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 306 | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |