2008 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1993 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |