2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 761 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |