2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206, 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 206 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |