1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 204 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
