1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 10 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri.
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, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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 (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Commodore | Capri |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
