1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 78 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Commodore | Jetfire |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |