1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 903 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.
Because 1983 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Commodore | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Quest |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1891 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |