2008 Acura TL vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TL | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
