1996 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 1997 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |