1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | NP300 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |