1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 405 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
