2004 Honda That vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 23 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | That | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
