1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
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 (231 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Commodore | GTO |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
