1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 472 kg more than 1983 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fairlane | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
