1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
