2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 291 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
