1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Commodore | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2885 mm |
