2002 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 22 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall VX220 has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
| Model | VX220 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
