1982 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1982 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1982 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Commodore | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
