1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1950 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1950 Peugeot 203
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Tahoe 203
Year Released 1999 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5698 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 44 HP
Torque 454 Nm 80 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2325 kg 924 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2590 mm


 

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