1986 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008, 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2735 mm |
