1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1969 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 1000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
