1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
