1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Commodore | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
