1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Commodore | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |