2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
