1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 405 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
