1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore.

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, 1993 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Holden Commodore 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Holden Nissan
Model Commodore Frontier
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4987 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 221 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3200 mm


 

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