1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1984 Mazda 323 and 1984 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 418 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 323 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | 323 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |