1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2010 Toyota Yaris, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Commodore | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |