2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1824 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 309 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
