2009 Ford Edge vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge, 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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Edge | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
