1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2613 mm |
