1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 20 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore.
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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
