1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1942 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1942 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1942 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 975 kg more than 1942 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1942 Peugeot 202 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 1942 Peugeot 202. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1942 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1942 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1942 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Park Avenue | 202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1132 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
