1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Commodore | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 996 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |