1976 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Torana | 604 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
