1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 511 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
