1982 Holden Commodore vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Commodore | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Accord |
Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |