1986 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 1986 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 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 806 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
