1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick Skylark | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skylark | 505 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |