1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 226 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
