1979 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
