1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 6 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Fiero | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | Fiero | Commodore |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |