2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 278 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
