1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Camaro | 204 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
