1985 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Joice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
