1981 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Because 1981 Buick Electra 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
