1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 428 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 204 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
