1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Holden | Avanti |
| Model | Commodore | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
