1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skylark | 605 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |