1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Blazer. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 205 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
