1988 TVR S2 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1988 TVR S2 and 1988 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1988 TVR S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 TVR S2 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | TVR | Holden |
Model | S2 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |