1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 709 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Commodore | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3052 mm |
