2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 604 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
