1981 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 30 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Estate | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2735 mm |
