1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 695 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 205 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
