2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-150 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4142 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |