2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |