1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commodore | Galant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
