1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 11 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, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |