1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 746 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 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, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 205 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1775 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3009 mm |
