2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 785 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 1986 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 1986 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2670 mm |
