1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 170 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 407 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |