1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Statesman 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 1974 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306, 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Statesman | 306 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
