1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 348 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 207 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
