1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 505 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
