1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Luce | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1892 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
