1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
