1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 28 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 585 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 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
