1982 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Because 1982 Buick Electra 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 605 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
