1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2970 mm |