2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 432 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 505 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 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Park Avenue | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
