1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
