1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 205 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
