2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1982 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Infiniti | Holden |
Model | QX56 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |