1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 29 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 489 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 207 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
