2005 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 344 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Berlina | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Berlina | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
