2005 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (192 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
