1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1984 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 4 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Holden Commodore 1984 Holden Commodore
Make Holden Holden
Model Commodore Commodore
Year Released 1980 1984
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 3296 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 111 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2680 mm


 

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