2001 Peugeot Promethee vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2001 Peugeot Promethee is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Promethee, 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, 2001 Peugeot Promethee (214 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Peugeot Promethee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2001 Peugeot Promethee has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot Promethee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Peugeot Promethee 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model Promethee Corona
Year Released 2001 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1150 kg
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2530 mm


 

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