1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 110 S | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
