1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
