1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser

To start off, both 1991 Holden Commodore and 1991 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Holden Commodore 1991 Plymouth Laser
Make Holden Plymouth
Model Commodore Laser
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1755 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2480 mm


 

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