1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 21 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Commodore | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
