1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 62 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Murano, 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 (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Murano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
