1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
