1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 566 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
