1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 20 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Commodore | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
