1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 137 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
