1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 24 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 119 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 1984 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
