1987 Holden Commodore vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Commodore.
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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Commodore | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
