1995 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
