2004 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
