1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1981 Holden Commodore 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 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
