1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605, 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Monaro | 605 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
