1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2613 mm |
