1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 19 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 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Commodore | Antara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |