1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 358 kg more than 1984 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
