2004 Peugeot 607 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 607 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 607 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
