1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
