1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra, 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
