1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Caprice | 404 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
