1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 17 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406.
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, 2005 Peugeot 406, 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 406 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
