1985 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 608 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307, 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Estate | 307 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
