1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
