1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 716 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 205 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |