1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Commodore | Cresta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |