1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | CLS |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |