1982 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Electra | 406 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |