1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 29 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 321 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, 2011 Kia Carens, 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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |