1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 604 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Roadmaster | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
