2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 207 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
