1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1997 Plymouth Neon, 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 (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Commodore | Neon |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |