1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Nomad | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
