1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
