1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Roadmaster | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
