1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 960 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 1969 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Impala | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
