1996 Honda Today vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 505 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 1988 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1988 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. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Today | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |