1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 136 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |
