1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel 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 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | RX-7 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
