2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ginetta | Holden |
| Model | G34 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
