1987 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 407 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 407 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
