1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
