2000 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Civic | Commodore |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |