1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 23 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Tata Sumo 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Commodore | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2425 mm |
