1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 605 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |