1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 61 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | 626 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
