1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 454 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3246 mm |
