1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 22 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 904 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Navara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
