1998 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
