1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 205 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |