1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore. 2007 Nissan Titan 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. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Titan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3560 mm |
