1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Blazer | 205 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |