1979 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008, 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 Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Estate | 5008 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2735 mm |