1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
