1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1993 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Holden Commodore 1993 Holden Commodore
Make Holden Holden
Model Commodore Commodore
Year Released 1988 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2961 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 247 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2740 mm


 

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