2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | 300 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1910 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |