1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 926 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | 205 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |