2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties 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 138 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Fifties |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 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 | 1610 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |