2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
