1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 407 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
