2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac GTO | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | GTO | Commodore |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5669 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |