2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-150 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-150 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |