1982 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 451 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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, 2004 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 406 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
