1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 23 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 683 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Commodore | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
