1981 Buick Estate vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Estate | 407 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |