1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 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 (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
