1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 92 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Holden Commodore 2009 Nissan Armada
Make Holden Nissan
Model Commodore Armada
Year Released 1981 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4142 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 134 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3140 mm


 

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