1987 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1987 Buick Electra and 1987 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Peugeot 504 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 1987 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Electra | 1987 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Electra | 504 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |