1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark 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 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
