1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera 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 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 259 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera 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 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
