1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera 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 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 5008 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2735 mm |