1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 505 and 1987 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
Because 1987 Peugeot 505 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 1987 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, 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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505. 1987 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 505 | 1987 Holden Camira | |
Make | Peugeot | Holden |
Model | 505 | Camira |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |