2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Bantam | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
