1995 Holden Commodore vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1995 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1995 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Model F |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
