1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Blazer | 205 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |