1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Commodore | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |