1994 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Commodore | Camaro |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2852 mm |