1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | 407 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
