2000 Peugeot 306 vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 537 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 306 | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
