1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1980 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 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
