1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord, 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |