1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Caprice | 206 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |