1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44.
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 (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Commodore | 44 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |