1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 29 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 229 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |