1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 1986 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 1986 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture, 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Commodore | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Venture |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |