1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Sprint | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
