1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 706 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 305. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Park Avenue | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
