1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 285 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1996 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
