2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 28 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover Evoque | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4356 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2680 mm |
