1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1990 Peugeot 605

To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 394 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Buick Roadmaster 1990 Peugeot 605
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Roadmaster 605
Year Released 1993 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 256 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1854 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2810 mm


 

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