1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | iOn |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |