1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |