2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | S | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
