1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
