1980 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 29 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 2009 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 4007. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 4007 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 | 2009 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
