1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 946 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
