2005 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP) has 254 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Safari | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |
