1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 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 105 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 Skoda Fabia, 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 (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
