1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 567 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Navara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
