1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 25 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Commodore | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |