1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 21 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 268 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, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Primera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
