1999 Holden Commodore vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 900 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 1969 Honda S800 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | S800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |