1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 769 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Commodore | F-150 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |