1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 32 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 555 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 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Commodore | Veracruz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2804 mm |