1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |