1978 Buick Century vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
