1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 19 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 912 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Because 1992 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 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Commodore | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
