1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Stanza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |