1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
