1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | LeSabre | 3008 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2613 mm |