1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1969 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1969 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Chairman | 204 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
