1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Commodore | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
