1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 505 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |