1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
