1982 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 964 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Holden Commodore | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Navara |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |