1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
