1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 207 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
