1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 248 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 616 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
