1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 28 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Bora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
