1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 16 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 444 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.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
