1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta

To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 12 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 2002 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 290 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta. 2002 Lancia Zeta 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. 2002 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Commodore 2002 Lancia Zeta
Make Holden Lancia
Model Commodore Zeta
Year Released 1990 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2830 mm


 

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