1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 25 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 508 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Commodore | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3700 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 | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2764 mm |
