1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 806 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |