1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 19 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Commodore | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
