1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 792 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commodore | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
