1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 7 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 650 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Holden Barina, 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 (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Barina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |
