1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
