1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 16 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
