1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 540 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
