1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 695 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Commodore | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
