1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
