1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Commodore | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
