1979 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 403 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 405 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |