2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 1983 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | Roadster | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
