1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
