1983 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 308 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308, 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 308 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
