1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 807 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
