2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 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 110 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 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 | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
