1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
