2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1482 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |