1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 21 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Commodore | TS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
