2012 Volvo S80 vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo S80 | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Volvo | Holden |
Model | S80 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1822 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 2670 mm |