2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Opel 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Monaro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
