2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 830 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 875 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1068 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | V Sixteen | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2740 mm |
