1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
