1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 532 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 305, 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 Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 305 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
