1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
