1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 670 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro 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 1968 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205, 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Monaro | 205 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |