1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Holden | Noble |
| Model | Commodore | M14 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
