1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Riviera | 3008 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2613 mm |