1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skylark | 807 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |