1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 6 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), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
