1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 935 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1069 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Holden | Zenvo |
| Model | Commodore | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3055 mm |
