2010 Saturn Vue vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Because 1989 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 1989 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saturn Vue | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Saturn | Holden |
| Model | Vue | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
