1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Holden Commodore.
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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Commodore | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 504 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
