2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Rexton | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
