2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
