1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 17 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 83 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 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 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Commodore | Smart |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
