1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 203 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
