1985 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 408 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
