1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 22 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |