2000 Peugeot 607 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 607 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 607 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
