1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Soarer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |