1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 210 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | NSX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1890 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |