2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 307 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
