2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 252 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
