1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 207 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
