1981 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 929 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
