1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 764 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1965 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1965 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 204 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
