1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 780 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1770 mm |
