1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 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 14 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Outback |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
