1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 19 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
