1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
