1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 298 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Commodore | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
