1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Vector |
| Model | Commodore | M12 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
