1977 Buick Regal vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 494 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 204 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
