1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Because 1989 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 1989 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Touran |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
