1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1979 Chevrolet Corvette and 1979 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 505 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
