1987 Holden Astra vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1987 Holden Astra and 1987 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (110 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Holden Astra. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Astra | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 405 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |