1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 21 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. 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 1992 Peugeot 405. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 405 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
