1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Volvo 240 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 240 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 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, 1991 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Peugeot 203 | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 203 | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |