1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 20 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 530 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
