1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
