1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 163 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Commodore | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Commodore | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 373 Nm |
| 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 | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
