2002 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2002 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm). This means 2002 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ascari Ecosse | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ascari | Holden |
| Model | Ecosse | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
