1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
