1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1990 Holden Commodore and 1990 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (78 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Commodore | 309 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |