2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
