2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Highlander | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
