2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1981 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 762 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1981 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1981 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1981 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | 305 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |