1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
