1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Caprice | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
