1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Commodore | Euro 1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |