2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 565 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2670 mm |
