1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Corvette and 1997 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 306 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |