1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 14 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 2004 Pontiac GTO 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. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Commodore | GTO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
