1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Antara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
