1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 856 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.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
