1982 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 27 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Commodore | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commodore | CLC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
