1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 335 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 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (141 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
