1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 9 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 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
