1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Commodore | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |