1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |