2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34.
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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ginetta | Holden |
| Model | G34 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
