1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 20 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
