1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Tundra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |