1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Commodore | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
