1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 698 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Commodore | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
