1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
