1979 Buick Century vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2613 mm |
