1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 151 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 (269 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4142 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
