1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore.
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 Carina, 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |