1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 118 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, 2001 Hyundai Sonata, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Commodore | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 180 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
