1983 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 555 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Commodore | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1891 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |