1990 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
