1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Commodore | 44 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
