1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
