1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 1996 Vector M12 | |
Make | Holden | Vector |
Model | Commodore | M12 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |