1978 Peugeot 304 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 700 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 304 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 304 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 304 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 304 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
