1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 206 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
