1979 Buick Century vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Century | 405 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |