1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
