1982 Buick Estate vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104. 1982 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 104 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Estate | 104 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |