1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 203 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
