2010 Acura RL vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 692 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RL | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RL | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4971 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2670 mm |
