2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 26 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2670 mm |
