1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 405 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
