1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 731 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 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 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Peugeot 204. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1974 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 | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Chairman | 204 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
