1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1988 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 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
