2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
