1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 607 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
