1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 305 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 305, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 305 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
