1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Commodore | EX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2799 mm |