1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 755 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Statesman | 205 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
