1977 Buick Estate vs. 1984 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1984 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1984 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 1984 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 504 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
