1982 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 25 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (152 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 807.
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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 807 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
