1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Roadmaster | 407 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |