1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Commodore | 98 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
