1986 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, both 1986 Buick Skyhawk and 1986 Peugeot 205 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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.
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1986 Buick Skyhawk | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skyhawk | 205 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |