1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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 (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Today |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
