1992 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1992 Holden Nova and 1992 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Holden Nova. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Holden Nova. 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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Nova | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Nova | 605 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
