1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 561 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 505 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Peugeot | Buick |
Model | 505 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3009 mm |