1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 180 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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2635 mm |
