1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Holden Commodore 1991 Toyota Corolla
Make Holden Toyota
Model Commodore Corolla
Year Released 1984 1991
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3296 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 266 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2440 mm


 

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