1985 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 505 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
