1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 510 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.
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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Commodore | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
