1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 599 kg more than 2001 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skylark | 206 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |