2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 794 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
