1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 569 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 1007, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
