1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1983 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Commodore | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
