1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
