1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (172 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 1991 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 1991 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | RunX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
