1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 18 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
