1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
