2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (115 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1471 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 Express (353 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
