1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 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, 1958 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Holden | Morris |
| Model | Commodore | Isis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
