1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Holden | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Commodore | Rural |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
