1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 258 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 504 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
