1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 915 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309, 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 Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
