1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2837 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |