2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | MR2 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
