1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 17 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 210 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
