1982 Holden Commodore vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1982 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Commodore | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
