1996 Honda Today vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1986 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Today | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
