2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 206 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 526 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 206, 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 206 | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
