1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 307 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1168 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
