1980 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Peugeot 307

To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 752 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Estate 2007 Peugeot 307
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Estate 307
Year Released 1980 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5030 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1228 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm


 

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