1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
