1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1148 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.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Commodore | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
