1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (172 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Commodore | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3350 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 | 1395 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
