1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 29 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 222 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Murano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
