1965 Mazda R 360 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 851 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda R 360 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | R 360 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 384 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2670 mm |
