1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 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 (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 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:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
