1983 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord, 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Commodore |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |