1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 605 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
