1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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 Holden Commodore (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
