1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 407 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
