1979 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 807 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
