1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 27 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 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 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
