1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 307 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
