2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 505. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 505.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 505. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
