1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 552 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 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
