1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 365 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Commodore | 9 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2837 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
