2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 123 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 608 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
