1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 511 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
