2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Avanza | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
