2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |