1986 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 14 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 306 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 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 306 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
