1949 Peugeot 202 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2000 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 955 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Peugeot 202 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Peugeot 202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1949 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1949 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Peugeot 202 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 202 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
