1994 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Maxima |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |