1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1140 mm |
