1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore 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 37 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |