2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
