1989 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Electra | 207 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
