1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 205 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |