1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
