1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Commodore | Elite |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
