2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2670 mm |
