1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb is newer by 17 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Skoda Superb, 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, 2007 Skoda Superb (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | Commodore | Superb |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |