1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 6 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commodore | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
