1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
