1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
