1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 31 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Holden Commodore | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Venza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |