1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 505 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
